Tag: Health and Medical
Holistic Practitioner Desiree Arnold Presents ‘Women’s Midlife Revolution Summit 2018’ a Free Teleconference
TRINIDAD /ScoopCloud/ -- With society continuing to place great emphasis on youthfulness, for many women, aging presents its own unique midlife crisis. Desiree Arnold understands firsthand the emotional and physical toil on women upon reaching their 40's and beyond. A holistic practitioner, naturopath and the founder of Lifely Up, a web portal dedicated to menopausal transition, Arnold wanted to nurture women through a passage that she feels should be celebrated not vilified.
SUDC Foundation Applauds Introduction of Federal Bill to Address Unexpected Child, Infant Deaths
CEDAR GROVE, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- The SUDC Foundation is pleased to support Scarlett's Sunshine on Sudden Unexpected Death Act, legislation introduced by U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA), Johnny Isakson (R-GA), Sherrod Brown (D-OH), and U.S. Representatives Gwen Moore (WI-04), Tom Cole (OK-04) and Jaime Herrera Beutler (WA-03) to combat Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC) and Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SUID).
New Billboard Campaign in FIVE U.S. Cities Honoring Healthy 2-Year Old Who Died Last Year Just Days After Vaccines
SYRACUSE, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- This week, the non-profit Learn The Risk launched five billboards on the East Coast, including New York and Boston, honoring Nicholas Catone, a healthy 20-month old boy who lost his life to vaccines. The five-city billboard campaign aims to raise awareness of vaccine side effects, including death.
BOGE Oil Free Compressors Eliminate Risk in the Food Industry
POWDER SPRIGS, Ga. /ScoopCloud/ -- In recent months, there have been numerous instances in the news about food borne illnesses that have reaffirmed the ongoing need for quality oil free compressors in kitchens and food preparation areas, says BOGE America, Inc.
Neuroprosthetics Pioneer to Keynote at the 2018 Neurotech Leaders Forum in San Francisco
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Neurotech Reports today announced that the keynote speaker at the 18th annual Neurotech Leaders Forum will be Hunter Peckham, a pioneer in the field of neuroprosthetics, technology that restores movement for people living with paralysis.
Advalent Launches Network 360 to Drive Multi-Dimensional Provider Performance in Value-Based Care Contracting
WESTBOROUGH, Mass. /ScoopCloud/ -- Advalent, a market-leading healthcare technology company focusing on payer solutions announced today the launch of a new network contracting and analytics product - Network 360(TM). Designed for payers and risk bearing healthcare providers, Network 360 is a breakthrough analytics platform that analyzes network, enables value-based contracting, and manages both upside and downside risk.
Spodak Dental Group To Provide Free Dental Care as Part of Freedom Day USA on October 11, 2018
DELRAY BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Spodak Dental Group ("SDG") proudly announces its participation in the Sixth Annual Freedom Day USA, in which SDG will provide complimentary dental services to the men and women of our Armed Forces, and their immediate family members. Freedom Day USA is a "Day of Free" to thank military personnel and their families for the sacrifices they make each day to ensure our freedom.
Lauded Everest Foundation Research Scholars Land Their Medical Residency
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Everest Foundation (EF) just released its 2018 list of EF Scholars that landed a medical residency training slot on July 1, 2018. Shirisha Reddy, M.D. and Sharjeel Israr, M.D. were among the people to start their residency on July 1; both are from South Asia.
Papa Continues to Expand Across Florida to Stop the Loneliness Epidemic
ORLANDO, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- As of August 2018, Papa Inc. expands to the Orlando and Jacksonville markets to assist seniors and elders with transportation, household chores, and technology. Papa's mission to cure loneliness for seniors is aligned with their goals to bring on energetic college students who aspire to bridge the generational gap and give companionship to senior citizens.
Dr. Marchand Awarded World Record for Hysterectomy through the Smallest Incision Ever
MESA, Ariz. /ScoopCloud/ -- The World Record Academy today Awarded Dr. Greg J. Marchand, of Marchand Institute for Minimally Invasive Surgery, a world record for performing hysterectomy through the smallest incision ever. The surgery involved removal of a uterus, ovaries and Fallopian tubes all through an incision the diameter of an AAA battery.
Medical Practice Consulting Services Expands Billing Operations in North Carolina
NORTH TOPSAIL BEACH, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Medical Practice Consulting Services (MPCS), a leading national group of practice growth consultants offering revenue cycle management services today announce the strategic expansion and opening of their billing operations, with offices at 2000 New River Inlet, Suite 1001.
Erika Pusillo of Spodak Dental Group Awarded Fellowship in The American Association of Dental Office Management
DELRAY BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Spodak Dental Group is pleased to announce that Practice Optimizer Erika Pusillo has achieved the distinction of Fellow in the American Association of Dental Office Management (AADOM). The Fellowship achievement recognizes outstanding professional and educational achievements in dental practice administration and is awarded only to those who have completed rigorous requirements set forth by AADOM.
EPIC Insurance Brokers Honored by American Heart Association for Workplace Health Achievement
NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants announced today that EPIC's Houston office and New York-based Frenkel & Company - an EPIC Company have received Bronze level recognitions in the American Heart Association's Workplace Health Achievement Index.
Dr. Tiffany Dudley Offers Improved Treatment Options for Community Members Who Suffer from Sleep Apnea
DELRAY BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Dr. Tiffany Dudley of Spodak Dental Group is committed to saving lives and is dedicated to helping her community members treat their sleep apnea condition. Studies show that people who suffer from untreated sleep apnea can have a decreased life expectancy, so treatment is incredibly important for overall health.
Rural Iowa Veterans Gain Better Medical Access Through New Telemedicine Partnership
OSCEOLA, Iowa /ScoopCloud/ -- Clarke County Hospital in Osceola, Iowa and the Veterans Administration in Des Moines recently partnered in a telemedicine exchange offering a rural Veteran a much-needed cardiology consultation.
Advalent Corporation Completes Acquisition of Medvensys Analytics
WESTBOROUGH, Mass. /ScoopCloud/ -- Advalent Corporation, a claims administration and medical management platform for complex value-based care products and Medvensys, a leading cloud-based analytics technology in clinical and financial outcomes for healthcare organizations announced today that they have entered a definitive agreement whereby Advalent has agreed to acquire Medvensys.
Pinehurst Surgical Clinic Calls for Expansion of Affordable Medical Access in Richmond County Area
PINEHURST, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Pinehurst Surgical Clinic has served Richmond County and its surrounding areas since 1946 as a reliable and trustworthy provider of affordable surgical services. Offering a number of medical services, from a Urological Surgical Center and a Women's Care Center, Pinehurst Surgical Center has proved itself a valuable and necessary surgical resource in Richmond County.
United Disabilities Services Wins National Award for Work Related to Improving Outcomes for Individuals with Depression and Anxiety
LANCASTER, Pa. /ScoopCloud/ -- United Disabilities Services (UDS) Care Management Program, a non-profit organization committed to serving people with disabilities in Pennsylvania, announced that it has received first place in the Stories from the Field contest. This award recognizes organizations serving people with disabilities who have successfully grown their community-based business.
Local Foot and Ankle Surgeon Heals His Own Foot Pain with New Brace
CARMEL, Ind. /ScoopCloud/ -- An idea for a new medical device for foot pain surfaced when podiatrist Dr. Patrick DeHeer suffered from posterior tibial tendonitis - a common foot and ankle problem - after taking up running. Since traditional treatment options weren't efficient or effective enough, DeHeer and his partners formed IQ Med LLC and developed The Equinus Brace.
David Copperfield Performing Special Benefit Show for Kids of Courage
LAS VEGAS, Nev. /ScoopCloud/ -- Kids of Courage, a medically-supervised travel program for seriously sick children and young adults, is currently in Las Vegas for their annual summer adventure. The unique non-profit program provides adaptive activities and events for individuals with life-threatening illnesses and serious disabilities.
National Behavioral Health Conference Scheduled in New Orleans, October 28 – 31, 2018
NEW ORLEANS, La. /ScoopCloud/ -- The 2018 59th Annual National Dialogues on Behavioral Health (NDBH) conference will be held in New Orleans at the Renaissance Arts Hotel from October 28 - 31, 2018, and is titled "Reinventing the Behavioral Health Workforce: Implementing Innovative Solutions."
Advalent Partners with Novus Healthcare to Close the Gap in Value-Based Care
WESTBOROUGH, Mass. /ScoopCloud/ -- Advalent Corporation ('Advalent') signed a partnership in early 2018 with Novus Healthcare to identify patients who could benefit from value-based care and implement that approach using Advalent's Value-Based Care Platform and Novus' population health management programs.
PET Imaging Institute of South Florida Increases its Presence in Fort Lauderdale by Opening a New Dedicated PET/CT Facility
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- PET Imaging Institute of South Florida (PIISF), a leader in the PET/CT Medical Imaging Market, announced today that they will be opening a new, dedicated, 2800 sq. ft. PET/CT facility in Fort Lauderdale. PIISF has experienced rapid growth and an expanding patient base across Broward County, creating the need to open a new facility in this underserved area.
Spodak Dental Group Earns Invisalign’s Highest Distinction, VIP: Diamond Provider
DELRAY BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Spodak Dental Group has earned the VIP: Diamond Provider of Invisalign for 2018, which is the highest distinction in the field. VIP: Diamond Providers are the most experienced providers of the Invisalign(R) treatment, and include only a few of all North American Invisalign(R) Providers.
CandyLipz Conducts Clinical Trial to Resolve Consumer Cupping Concerns
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- When some customers showed concern over cupping marks after using the lip plumper manufactured by CandyLipz, LLC, the company quickly jumped into action. It hired a third-party independent investigative research vendor, Biometrix, Inc. - a company that has conducted clinical trials for major multinational biotech, dermatology, product manufacturers and more for 20 plus years - to prove that there was nothing to worry about.
‘California punishes doctor for acting like a doctor,’ says Dr. Harte
CORTE MADERA, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Dr. Don Harte, noted California chiropractic activist and former Libertarian State Senate candidate, is "horrified and disgusted" by the California medical board's attack upon pro-vaccine freedom pediatrician, Dr. Bob Spears.
‘WHOOPING COUGH UPTICK’ is Medical Fake News, Medical Scam, says Dr. Don Harte
CORTE MADERA, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Dr. Don Harte, noted chiropractic activist and former Libertarian State Senate candidate, is disgusted but not surprised by the latest "medical scam/fake news." According to Harte,"This alleged 'uptick' in whooping cough cases is just its natural cycle, as it makes its appearance in many places in this country now."
Florida Law Firm Finds Solid Niche in Drug and Alcohol Treatment Space
BOCA RATON, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- South Florida law firm, Beighley, Myrick, Udell + Lynne, P.A. (BMULaw), a legal consultancy firm with a growing niche practice within the substance use disorder treatment provider space, recently served as lead counsel on behalf of national treatment provider, Banyan Treatment Center, in the acquisition of the well regarded Behavioral Health of the Palm Beaches.
Residents Medical Tackles Severe Doctor Shortage in America
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- It's a fact, says Residents Medical. There's an increasing shortage of primary and specialty care physicians in the U.S. According to new research by the Association of American Medical Colleges, estimates show that by 2030 there could be a shortage of up to 120,000 licensed physicians. Residents Medical is working to help fill the gap.
6th Annual International C.diff. Conference and Health EXPO in Philadelphia PA November 8-9
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. /ScoopCloud/ -- The C Diff Foundation is honored to welcome 20+ leading topic experts joined by Dale Gerding, MD, FACP, FIDSA, Professor of Medicine at Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine in Maywood, Illinois and Research Physician at the Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital and Mark Wilcox, B Med Sci, BM, BS, MD, FRCPath-, Head of Microbiology and Academic Lead of Pathology at the Leeds Teaching Hospitals (LTHT).
Rocky Bleier to be Keynote Speaker at Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs Passing of the Leash Community Awareness Event
PITTSBURGH, Pa. /ScoopCloud/ -- Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs, along with hosts Don and Tony Accamando and Jack Wagner, cordially invite the public to attend the Passing of the Leash. This heart-warming event showcases the incredible difference Service Dogs have made in the lives of their recipients and includes a plated lunch.
Magnifi Group, Inc. to Host the 5th Annual European Learn-Wise User’s Conference in Frankfurt, Germany
SAN DIEGO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Magnifi Group will hold its 5th annual Learn-Wise European User's Conference, June 6, 2018 in Frankfurt. The European User's Conference is dedicated to the unique training and compliance needs of European medical device companies.
Spodak Dental Group Sponsored Womens Self-Defense Class as Part of Family Wellness Month
DELRAY BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Spodak Dental Group sponsored a LADIES F.I.R.S.T.(TM) Self Defense class this past Friday, May 11 as part of Family Wellness Month. The class was led by Sgt. Ken Stephens (ret.), a 20-year veteran police officer with 16 years of S.W.A.T. experience. The roughly three-hour course was completely underwritten by Dr. Craig Spodak as a way to help community members learn tips to protect themselves if ever faced with an attacker.
2nd Annual Global C.diff. Walks in US and UK to Raise Awareness on Importance of Clostridium difficile Infections Worldwide
TEANECK, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- Presented by the C Diff Foundation, the 2nd Annual Global C.diff. Awareness 2K Walks will take place on Saturday, May 19 at three separate locations: Morris A. Votee Park, Teaneck, New Jersey; Sims Park, New Port Richey, Florida; and in Leicester, England. All locations will include t-shirts and resourceful educational material for all registered walkers. The U.S. locations will also include water bottles and hydration stations.
Residents Medical Amasses a Dream Team Consisting of Deans, Chief Residents, MDs and PhDs to Help Medical Residency Candidates
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Every year between September and February, thousands of medical school graduates interview for residencies. It's the last stage before a M.B.B.S., M.D., or D.O. degree holder can sit for their Board examinations and practice as a licensed physician in the U.S. This is where Residents Medical comes in - a respected organization that specializes in education, guidance, preparation, consulting and medical residency placement for its students and candidates.